Meet Our Doctors
Podiatrist
Dr. Lynn Cucurella
Manassas Office
Dr. Lynn Cucurella is a board-qualified podiatric physician dedicated to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered foot and ankle care. She earned her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from Barry University and completed PMSR/RRA residency training at the Salem VA Medical Center in Salem, VA. Dr. Cucurella holds a Bachelor of Arts in Human Biology from the University of Kansas and Indigenous Studies at Haskell Indian Nations University.
She has pursued additional training in orthoplastic surgery, diabetic limb salvage and preservation, minimally invasive surgery, peripheral nerve pathology, and wound care. With an emphasis on evidence-based, holistic, and regenerative approaches to care, Dr. Cucurella is committed to helping patients maintain mobility, restore function, and enhance their quality of life through compassionate, individualized treatment.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Cucurella enjoys hiking, gardening, yoga and meditation, singing with her church choir, and spending quiet moments immersed in literature and music.
Podiatrist
Dr. Daria Piotrowski
Petersburg Office
Dr. Daria Piotrowski, a native New Yorker from Queens, developed her passion for medicine from her family. After completing her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, Dr Piotrowski completed a 3 year Foot and Ankle Surgical Recidency at White Memorial Hospital in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Piotrowski has practiced in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia. Dr. Piotrowski is Board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Podiatirc Medicine.
She has experience in treating all types of foot and ankle problems from heel pain to sports injuries and tendon problems. She also treats conditions such as plantar fasciitis, plantar warts, diabetic foot problems and ingrown toenails. She believes strongly in patient education so that her patients can return to activities that they enjoy whether it be running, dancing or just playing with their children. She wants her patients to be well-informed, know all of their options, and make the best decision for their individual needs.
Outside of the Office, Dr. Piotrowski enjoys writing, playing the piano and spending time with her husband and two children. When able, she enjoys exploring Virginia with her family, creating new memories together.
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Podiatrist
Dr. Jon Houseworth, CWSP
Midlothian & Petersburg Offices
Dr. Jon Houseworth was raised in rural central Illinois and received his Bachelor’s in Integrative Biology from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. While there, Dr. Houseworth was co-captain of the men’s cross country and track teams. His passion for running greatly influenced his desire to become a podiatrist. Dr. Houseworth attended Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine, followed by a surgical residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach, FL. During residency, Dr. Houseworth received extensive training in all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery, with a focus on Diabetic Limb Preservation/Wound Management and Sports Medicine.
Podiatrist
Dr. Dylan Jamieson
Northern Virginia Offices
Dr. Dylan Jamieson is certified by the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He specializes in foot and ankle medicine and surgery, particularly trauma, sports medicine, diabetic wound care, pediatrics, and reconstructive surgery. He routinely performs both forefoot surgery and hindfoot and ankle surgery.
He graduated from Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine in Ohio and completed a three-year podiatric surgical residency at Womack Army Medical Center in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Dr. Jamieson obtained his undergraduate degree from Christopher Newport University.
He served as an active-duty Major within the Army at Walter Reed Medical Center and is involved with the education of podiatric residents. He currently lives in Bealton, VA, and is an avid White-Water Kayaker and pug enthusiast.
Podiatrist
Dr. C. Christopher Nicholas, FACFAS
Virginia Beach, Chesapeake & Norfolk Offices
Dr. C. Christopher Nicholas was born in Norfolk and raised in Virginia Beach, where he attended Kempsville High School. He received his undergraduate degree in Psychology at the University of Virginia. He then went on to Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, completing his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree. There he received the prestigious Lewis Gorden Memorial Award for the highest marks in Pharmacology. Dr. Nicholas completed his post graduate training at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center of Weill Medical College of Cornell University where he completed his podiatric medicine and surgical residency. There he received extensive training in trauma, reconstructive foot and ankle, and elective forefoot surgery. He maintains full privileges at Bon Secours Depaul Medical Center, Bon Secours Surgery Center of Virginia Beach, Sentara Leigh Hospital, and Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.
Dr. Nicholas is a diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery; a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons; and a member of the American, Virginia, and Hampton Roads Podiatric Medical Associations. He has been published in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery and has been a primary investigator in experimental diabetic foot wound healing studies through Clinical Research Associates of Tidewater. Dr. Nicholas has served on both the Physicians Advisory Board and the Medical Executive Committee of the Bon Secours Surgery Center of Virginia Beach. He is a past President of the Cyprus Benevolent Society of Tidewater 2009-2015. He served on the Board of Directors for the Norfolk Community Services Board 2012-2016. He currently serves on the Board of Governors of the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association Norfolk Chapter.
Podiatrist
Dr. Michael Presti
Elkton & White Marsh Office
Dr. Presti is a board certified podiatrist who has been practicing in the Baltimore area for over 20 years. He brings a “family” approach to the care of his patients. Specializing in all aspects of foot care, he treats everything from toenails to complex bunion surgery (including Lapiplasties) and diabetic wound care. He prides himself on taking a conservative approach with his patients and treating the whole person. He lives in Harford County with his wife, Christine, and two children, who are both in college. His interests are family, sports, music and travel, and he loves sharing stories and learning about his patients lives.
He is originally from Ohio, where he attended John Carroll University, then went to Chicago for Podiatry School. For his residency training, he started at West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh and finished in Baltimore at GBMC and St. Agnes.
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Dr. Kevin D. Rabie
Virginia Beach, Chesapeake & Norfolk Offices
Dr. Kevin received his undergraduate education at Franklin & Marshall College in Lancaster, Pennsylvania earning him a Bachelor of Arts with a Major in History and Studio Art Minor. He then went on to earn his Master’s Degree receiving a Masters of Biomedical Science from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. He then graduated as Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from The Kent State University of College of Podiatric Medicine in Independence, Ohio. Afterconcluding medical school, Dr. Rabio completed his residency with the Eastern Virginina Medical School Podiatric Residency Program where he became Chief Resident in his final year.
Dr. Rabie is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and is board-qualified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in forefoot an rearfoot surgery. He is also currently serving as Treasurer of the Hampton Roads Podiatric Medical Association.
Podiatrist
Dr. Lauren A. Shouldis
Virginia Beach, Chesapeake & Norfolk Offices
Dr. Lauren Shouldis received her undergraduate education at Longwood University in Farmville, Virginia, earning her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a concentration in Athletic Training. She then went on to complete podiatric medical school at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, graduating with her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Shouldis was the Chief Resident of the Podiatry Residency program at East Virginia Medical School.
Dr. Shouldis is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the Virginia Podiatric Medical Association. She is affiliated with the Clinical Research Associates of Tidewater in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Shouldis has been published twice in the Compendium of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and has presented at the National Scientific Meeting for the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons in Orlando, Florida.
Podiatrist
Dr. Michael Stott
Elkton & Bel Air Office
As a graduate of Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, Dr. Stott completed his residency in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery at Phoenixville Hospital Tower Health, with an additional credential in reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery. His clinical and surgical focus includes pediatrics, trauma, reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery, sports medicine, musculoskeletal injury prevention and treatment, treatment for neuropathy, wound care, and limb salvage. He has extensive experience in advanced bunion correction, having successfully performed over 100 Lapiplasty® procedures, leading to our Bel Air office designation as a Lapiplasty Centurion Center.
Additionally, he has been involved in residency education through the MedStar Podiatry Residency Program at Franklin Square Medical Center. He currently holds privileges at Franklin Square Medical Center, Bel Air Surgery Center, and Upper Chesapeake Medical Center.
He is a member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and American Podiatric Medical Association.
Dr. Stott’s patient care philosophy emphasizes comprehensive treatment, patient education, and empowering individuals to actively participate in their recovery and long-term foot and ankle health.
When not caring for patients, Dr. Stott enjoys spending time with his family, paddleboarding, and playing the guitar. He and his family reside in Harford County.
Podiatrist
Dr. Robert D. Tupper
Virginia Beach, Chesapeake & Norfolk Offices
Dr. Robert Tupper completed podiatric medical school at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, graduating with his Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine. After finishing medical school, Dr. Tupper completed his podiatric medicine and surgery residency at the VA Medical Center in Augusta Ga. He then went active duty in the US Navy station at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. During his tenure in the Navy he was deployed with fleet hospital 5 into an active war zone in support of Desert Shield and Storm. He joined private practice in the community following his military service. He is board certified by both the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and the American Council of Certified Podiatric Physicians and Surgeons. He has hospital affiliations with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Bon Secours De Paul and Bon Secours ASC at Virginia Beach.
Dr Tupper is an avid lifelong runner; and he is also very active in treating athletes. He has coached Wards Corner Little league baseball, JCC basketball and he is currently starting his 11th season coaching Cross Country along with Track and Field for Norfolk Collegiate High School.
Dr. Tupper was an adjunct professor at the Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine and the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine from 1990 to 1993. He is a Fellow of the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons, the American Professional Wound Care Association, The American Podiatric Medical Association, The Hampton Roads Podiatric Medical Association, The American Diabetes Association, and The American Association of Podiatric Physicians and Surgeons.
Podiatrist
Dr. N. Wynta Williams
Virginia Beach, Chesapeake & Norfolk Offices
Dr. N. Wynta Williams received her undergraduate education from Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Biology. She then went on to complete podiatric medical school at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, graduating with her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. After finishing medical school, Dr. Williams received postgraduate training as a podiatric resident at Leavenworth VAMC in Kansas City and Leavenworth, Kansas, and at Munson Army Hospital in Leavenworth, Kansas.
Dr. Williams has hospital affiliations with Bon Secours De Paul. She is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and the American Board of Lower Extremity Surgery. Dr. Williams is a certified Wound Care Specialist, and she is a member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, the American Podiatric Medical Association, and the Virginia Podiatric Medical Association.
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